2025-10-14T13:00:49-07:00 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 831525256 WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC WHYN 2059364378 130 Inverness Plz Suite 205 Hoover AL 35242 Larry Thornton Sr Founder 2059101059 2025-05-30 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Larry D Thornton Sr 130 Inverness Plaza Hoover AL 35242 411158 0 X www.whynotwininstitute.org X 2018 AL To develop and cultivate individual excellence by bringing leaders and key leadership topics to current and future leaders, based on the lessons in the book Why Not Win? by Larry D. Thornton. The Why Not Win Institute launched in November 2019 delivering lessons from the book to high schools, colleges, universities and corporate leadership training programs. 5 4 6 21 0 0 133880 345348 0 65810 0 0 84657 0 218537 411158 0 3000 0 0 173527 143032 0 0 0 98405 127047 271932 273079 -53395 138079 108380 250055 49802 3048 58578 247007 To develop and cultivate individual excellence by bringing leaders and key leadership topics to current and future leaders based on the lessons in the book Why Not Win? by Larry D. Thornton. Since November 2019 the Why Not Win Institute has delivered WNW lectures, books, workbooks and lesson plans to high school, college, universities and corporate training programs. 0 0 71711 4400 K-12 Leadership Development Training: The Why Not Win Institute provides leadership development programs specifically designed for K-12 students in school districts. The program focuses on equipping students with essential leadership skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and communication. By collaborating with various school districts, the program creates tailored workshops and leadership curriculums that align with educational standards and student needs. Over the reporting period, the program successfully trained over 2800 students across 8 schools, helping them become more engaged in their academic and personal development. 13555 5000 Educator Leadership Development Support In addition to student-focused programs, the WNWI also provides leadership development support for educators. This service aims to equip teachers and administrators with the tools they need to foster a culture of leadership within their schools and classrooms. Through professional development workshops and one-on-one coaching, the program has empowered over 80 educators to enhance their leadership skills and improve student outcomes. 26330 800 2800 As part of its broader mission, the WNWI also engages the community in leadership development. This service includes hosting community workshops and forums aimed at encouraging local residents to take on leadership roles in their neighborhoods and organizations. These sessions emphasize the importance of civic engagement and community-driven initiatives. The program successfully conducted 21 community events, benefiting over 1000 participants. 18440 720 5000 Chairman of the Board delivered 4 town-hall format meetings with 11th grade classes at high schools in black-belt counties in Alabama. 18440 720 5000 130036 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 6 0 1 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 5 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 AL X X X Gail Vaughan 2059364378 130 Inverness Plz Suite 205 Hoover AL 35242 X Stephanie Buffaloe Former - ED 30 0 X 42500 0 42500 Zillah Fluker Programs Coordinator 10 X 30319 0 30319 Joseph Eatmon Head Coach 10 X 14000 0 14000 Tasha Hill Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 David Ketchen Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 Enia Sampaio Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 Robert Gilpin Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Larry D Thornton Chairman of the Board 24 0 X 0 0 0 86819 0 86819 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 345348 0 345348 Sales of Author's Book 611000 63310 63310 0 0 Speaker's Honorarium 611000 2500 2500 0 0 0 0 0 0 65810 0 0 0 0 0 0 411158 65810 0 0 X 0 0 3000 3000 0 0 0 0 86819 86819 45923 45923 10290 7814 2476 28491 28491 0 8670 8670 0 29658 4450 25208 15405 15405 4499 4499 5876 3064 2812 2022 2022 0 0 0 0 0 7767 7767 2774 2774 375 0 375 Bank and Credit Card Fees 4102 3102 1000 0 Computer Software, Apps and Equipment 2852 2120 732 0 Subscriptions 3029 3029 0 0 Printing,Photo Copies & Postage 6470 3814 2656 0 5057 5057 273079 130036 143043 0 72787 175258 0 0 0 7150 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35593 59624 0 8023 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 108380 250055 35002 42 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14800 3006 49802 3048 X 0 0 0 0 58578 247007 58578 247007 108380 250055 138079 0 0 0 50350 0 X 0 0 0 X 27899 49500 223109 133880 347819 782207 139315 68217 207532 27899 49500 223109 273195 416036 989739 989739 27899 49500 223109 273195 416036 989739 1 1 0 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Payroll taxes payable 3006 3006 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b A copy of the 990 draft will be presented by email to each member of the board for review prior to filing the return. A reply email will be required stating they completed the review and listing any questions they may have on the return. Upon completion of the review stage the Chairman of the Board will sign the tax return. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The Executive Director's compensation was arrived after reviewing the Non-Profit Salary Survey published in 2023. The board of directors approved additional compensation due to the extensive experience the candidate had and the fact that she was a licensed attorney. Unfortunately she left after 6 months. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Financial statements were available for review by request. The board of directors are currently in the process of finalizing a conflict of interest policy and a whistle blower's policy. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Filmmaker's, Marketing Professionals and Script Writers Extention of time to file was received and acknowledged by IRS.